High Country Acres
Homes for Sale in Dover, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of September 2026, the MLS records 5 closed sales in High Country Acres in Dover, FL since 2016, the most recent in January 2025. Across Dover as a whole, 19 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $465,000, 23 median days on market, with 5 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,310 ($6,690 with the full homestead exemption).
High Country Acres is a small, 60-home pocket in Dover with one of the widest build spans you'll find in a single Hillsborough community — homes date back to 1928 and run through 2024, with the typical house landing around the mid-1990s. That spread means pricing here is driven almost entirely by the individual home's age, condition, and how it's been updated, not by a consistent build era or a shared architectural style.
With only 60 homes total, this is a thin market — a handful of listings can shift the read on the community significantly in either direction. Buyers and sellers here should expect to evaluate each property largely on its own merits rather than leaning on neighborhood comps in the way you would in a larger, more uniform subdivision.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside High Country Acres right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
High Country Acres sits in Dover, Hillsborough County, and covers just 60 homes spanning nearly a century of construction — from homes built in 1928 to new construction as recent as 2024. The typical home here runs around 2,259 square feet of living space, and a majority of owners carry a homestead exemption, pointing to longer-term ownership rather than frequent turnover.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 8 homes in High Country Acres that have changed hands since 2012, built between 2001 and 2008 (median 2005), with a median living area of about 2,092 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who High Country Acres is best for.
Best for
- Buyers looking for more living space (median around 2,259 sqft) without committing to a large, amenity-heavy subdivision.
- Buyers open to older construction or a fully updated newer build, as long as they evaluate each home's specific age and condition.
- Buyers planning a longer hold, given the community's higher share of homestead-exempt, owner-occupied homes.
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a clubhouse, pool, or other shared community amenities as part of the purchase.
- Buyers who prefer a neighborhood built in a single era with consistent home styles and systems.
- Buyers who need a deep, active resale market with frequent listings to choose from.
The market around High Country Acres
High Country Acres is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33527, 56 homes are on the market and 30% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Dover.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33527 (Dover), 56 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $436K ($204/sq ft), down 3.1% year over year, with a median 36 days on market. Right now 7 active and 3 pending listings put supply at about 4.6 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 33527 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not High Country Acres specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
High Country Acres by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the High Country Acres subdivision: 8 homes on record; built 2001–2008; typical size about 2,058 heated sq ft; 4 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | $236,500 |
| 2018 | 1 | $370,000 |
| 2020 | 1 | $465,000 |
| 2021 | 1 | $450,000 |
| 2023 | 2 | $522,500 |
| 2025 | 1 | $535,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $535,000 on 2025-01-10.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
The High Country Acres buying strategy.
If we were buying in High Country Acres today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in High Country Acres.
A small footprint, a wide range of vintages
What stands out about High Country Acres is the sheer range of home ages sitting side by side — a property built before 1930 can be a few lots away from something finished in the last couple of years. The median year built lands around 1994-1995, but that number masks a lot of variation, and it means two homes at a similar price point could differ enormously in systems, layout, and renovation history. Anyone evaluating a listing here needs to look closely at the individual build year and update record rather than assuming the neighborhood sets a baseline.
At 60 homes, this is not a subdivision with a management structure or listed community amenities — current MLS data doesn't show shared recreational facilities or common areas tied to the neighborhood. The homestead share of just over half suggests a meaningful base of owner-occupied, longer-held homes, which can mean fewer listings at any given time and less predictable inventory than in larger, amenity-driven communities nearby.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in High Country Acres. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this small, with home ages spanning nearly a century, pricing a listing or vetting an offer takes more than a quick comp pull — it requires understanding what each specific home's age and condition actually justify. We walk buyers and sellers through that property-by-property, rather than leaning on neighborhood-wide averages that don't hold up in a market like this.
High Country Acres in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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Data sources & freshness
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2016 (5 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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Common questions about High Country Acres
Where is High Country Acres?
High Country Acres is a community in Dover, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33527.
How many homes are in High Country Acres?
County property records list 8 homes in High Country Acres, built between 2001 and 2008; the typical home is about 2,058 heated square feet.
What do homes in High Country Acres sell for?
High Country Acres has no MLS sales in the last 12 months. The most recent year with recorded sales on file is 2025 (1 sale, median $535,000). For context, ZIP 33527 has 56 homes on the market with 30% under contract.
Are there homes for sale in High Country Acres right now?
No active listings inside High Country Acres at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does High Country Acres have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for High Country Acres in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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